Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Diametrically'

English Word: diametrically

Key Russian Translations:

• диаметрально [dʲɪɐˈmʲetrəlnə] - [Formal, Adverb]
• совершенно [səvʲɪrˈʂennə] - [Neutral, Adverb, Often used for emphasis]

Frequency: Medium (used in specific contexts, often in formal or academic discussions)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate) for both translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

диаметрально: [dʲɪɐˈmʲetrəlnə]

Note on диаметрально: Stress falls on the third syllable. The 'р' sound is rolled, typical of Russian pronunciation.

совершенно: [səvʲɪrˈʂennə]

Note on совершенно: Stress on the third syllable. The 'щ' sound is a soft 'shch', a common challenge for non-native speakers.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Completely or directly opposite (literal or figurative)

Translation(s) & Context:

• диаметрально - Often used in formal or academic contexts to describe opposing ideas, positions, or directions.
• совершенно - More general, used to emphasize complete opposition or difference in everyday or neutral speech.

Usage Examples:

• Их взгляды диаметрально противоположны.

  Their views are diametrically opposed.

• Эти подходы диаметрально отличаются друг от друга.

  These approaches are diametrically different from each other.

• Я совершенно не согласен с твоей точкой зрения.

  I diametrically disagree with your point of view.

• Наши мнения совершенно расходятся.

  Our opinions are diametrically opposed.

• Они диаметрально противоположны по характеру.

  They are diametrically opposite in character.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

диаметрально: This is an adverb and does not inflect. It remains unchanged regardless of context, gender, or number.

совершенно: This is also an adverb and does not inflect. It is used consistently in its base form.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• полностью (completely)
• абсолютно (absolutely)

Note: 'полностью' and 'абсолютно' are more general and less formal than 'диаметрально', often used interchangeably with 'совершенно' in casual contexts.

Antonyms:

• частично (partially)
• отчасти (to some extent)

Related Phrases:

• диаметрально противоположный - Meaning "diametrically opposed," often used for contrasting ideas or positions.
• совершенно другой - Meaning "completely different," a common expression in everyday speech.
• совершенно не совпадать - Meaning "to be diametrically opposed/not match at all," used for disagreement or mismatch.

Usage Notes:

• 'диаметрально' is more specific and formal, often used in written or academic contexts to denote opposition in a precise or technical sense (e.g., "diametrically opposed ideas").
• 'совершенно' is broader and can be used in both formal and informal settings, often as an intensifier meaning "completely" or "utterly."
• English speakers should note that 'диаметрально' is less common in casual conversation compared to 'совершенно.'

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'диаметрально' in casual speech where 'совершенно' would be more natural. For example, saying "Я диаметрально не согласен" might sound overly formal or awkward in everyday conversation. Correct Usage: Use "Я совершенно не согласен" instead.
• Error: Misplacing stress in pronunciation, e.g., stressing the wrong syllable in 'диаметрально.' Correct Usage: Stress the third syllable [dʲɪɐˈmʲetrəlnə].

Cultural Notes:

In Russian, emphasizing opposition or difference (as with 'диаметрально') is often used in debates or intellectual discussions, reflecting a cultural appreciation for precision in argumentation. Using 'совершенно' to intensify disagreement is more common in everyday interactions and may carry emotional undertones.

Related Concepts:

• противоположность (opposition)
• различие (difference)
• контраст (contrast)